The xanthone lichenxanthone did not show toxic effects (LC50>1.0 mg/mL). lichenxanthone prevented nociceptive behavior induced by acidic saline, and its analgesic effect was blocked by amiloride, highlighting the involvement of neuromodulation of acid-sensitive ion channels (ASICs). In the analysis of anti-inflammatory activity, concentrations of 0.1 and 0.5 mg/mL of lichenxanthone reduced the edema induced by ...